Rainbow

Hand-crafted from high-quality vibrantly colorful Czech glass beads by Maria and Juan and their extended family members in Santiago Atitlan, these beaded hummingbirds are stunning decorations for your tree, windows, or anywhere in your home. They also make great backpack charms. Fairly-Traded.

The bodies are filled with recycled plastic bags. Their movable wings have various intricate patterns. Their tails have nine single strands of glass beads, each ending with a beautiful Czech glass crystal.

Not a toy. Intended for decoration only.

Each ornament is handmade, so variations are possible.

4.75" wing span

6.5" long

Loop with 2.5" drop for hanging

Hand-crafted from high-quality vibrantly colorful Czech glass beads by Maria and Juan and their extended family members in Santiago Atitlan, these beaded hummingbirds are stunning decorations for your tree, windows, or anywhere in your home. They also make great backpack charms. Fairly-Traded.

The bodies are filled with recycled plastic bags. Their movable wings have various intricate patterns. Their tails have nine single strands of glass beads, each ending with a beautiful Czech glass crystal.

 

Not a toy. Intended for decoration only.

Each ornament is handmade, so variations are possible.

4.75" wing span

6.5" long

Loop with 2.5" drop for hanging

Hand-crafted from high-quality vibrantly colorful Czech glass beads by Maria and Juan and their extended family members in Santiago Atitlan, these beaded hummingbirds are stunning decorations for your tree, windows, or anywhere in your home. They also make great backpack charms. Fairly-Traded.

The bodies are filled with recycled plastic bags. Their movable wings have various intricate patterns. Their tails have nine single strands of glass beads, each ending with a beautiful Czech glass crystal.

Not a toy. Intended for decoration only.

Each ornament is handmade, so variations are possible.

4.75" wing span

6.5" long

Loop with 2.5" drop for hanging

Hand-crafted from high-quality vibrantly colorful Czech glass beads by Maria and Juan and their extended family members in Santiago Atitlan, these beaded hummingbirds are stunning decorations for your tree, windows, or anywhere in your home. They also make great backpack charms. Fairly-Traded.

The bodies are filled with recycled plastic bags. Their movable wings have various intricate patterns. Their tails have nine single strands of glass beads, each ending with a beautiful Czech glass crystal.

Not a toy. Intended for decoration only.

Each ornament is handmade, so variations are possible.4.75" wing span

6.5" long

Loop with 2.5" drop for hanging

Hand-crafted from high-quality vibrantly colorful Czech glass beads by Maria and Juan and their extended family members in Santiago Atitlan, these beaded hummingbirds are stunning decorations for your tree, windows, or anywhere in your home. They also make great backpack charms. Fairly-Traded.

The bodies are filled with recycled plastic bags. Their movable wings have various intricate patterns. Their tails have nine single strands of glass beads, each ending with a beautiful Czech glass crystal.

Not a toy. Intended for decoration only.

Each ornament is handmade, so variations are possible.

4.75" wing span

6.5" long

Loop with 2.5" drop for hanging

Hand-crafted from high-quality vibrantly colorful Czech glass beads by Maria and Juan and their extended family members in Santiago Atitlan, these beaded hummingbirds are stunning decorations for your tree, windows, or anywhere in your home. They also make great backpack charms. Fairly-Traded.

The bodies are filled with recycled plastic bags. Their movable wings have various intricate patterns. Their tails have nine single strands of glass beads, each ending with a beautiful Czech glass crystal.

Not a toy. Intended for decoration only.

Each ornament is handmade, so variations are possible.4.75" wing span

6.5" long

Loop with 2.5" drop for hanging

Our large lizard table ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

12" long x 3 1/2" high x 4" wide 

Our large lizard table ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! 

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

12" long x 3 1/2" high x 4" wide 

Our lizard beaded ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

The loop can easily be removed to convert this to a small table ornament. Also available as a pin. 

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as a backpack ornament and ornament for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

5 1/2" long x 2" high x 3" wide, with 1 1/2" beaded loop. 

Bring a burst of brightness to your next trip with the Luggage Tag in Rainbow Arc!  This bright tapestry woven luggage tag will make it easy to find your luggage. Handwoven by our artisan partners, one side of this tag features an arc of rainbow stripes on red background, while the other side has a window for identifying information. Each is colorful and unique. Handmade and fair trade.

• 100% cotton with nylon cord loop
• 4" L x 3" W, plus 4" strap

Our mermaid beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

Mermaid: 3 1/2" high x 1 1/4" wide x 1" deep, with 1" beaded loop and key ring

Our mermaid beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

3 1/2" high x 1 1/4" wide x 1" deep, with 1" beaded loop and key ring

Our mer-people beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

Mermaid: 3 1/2" high x 1 1/4" wide x 1" deep, with 1" beaded loop and key ring

Our merman beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

3 1/2" high x 1 1/4" wide x 1" deep, with 1" beaded loop and key ring

Our merman beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

3 1/2" high x 1 1/4" wide x 1" deep, with 1" beaded loop and key ring

This cat trivet is allowed on the table all the time! Practical and adorable, these trivets can be warmed in the microwave. Perfect to use on a marble or any other countertop of tabletop, to keep your beverage warm longer. The scent of cinnamon and cloves inside is released by the heat and will make your house smell wonderful! Made from 100% hand-woven Guatemalan fabric, this handmade and Fair Trade item is an Eco-friendly way to enjoy coffee, tea, etc.

Cotton hand-woven fabric stuffed with rice, cinnamon and cloves.

Approx. 4" x 5"

Microwaveable

Hand Wash Only 

This puppy trivet is allowed on the table all the time! Practical and adorable, these trivets can be warmed in the microwave. Perfect to use on a marble or any other countertop of tabletop, to keep your beverage warm longer. The scent of cinnamon and cloves inside is released by the heat and will make your house smell wonderful! Made from 100% hand-woven Guatemalan fabric, this handmade and Fair Trade item is an Eco-friendly way to enjoy coffee, tea, etc.

Cotton hand-woven fabric stuffed with rice, cinnamon and cloves.

Approx. 4" x 5"

Microwaveable

Hand Wash Only 

Protect your fingers and keep foods warm with this reversible bowl cozy. The quilted fabric is microwave safe and made from 100% cotton. Reversible with traditional Guatemalan Fabric and a coordinating solid color. Also great for ice cream and cold dishes! Fits most standard sized bowls. Handmade and Fair Trade.

8" W x 2" H

100% Cotton

Reversible Assorted Colors

Our octopus ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

5 3/4" wide x 1 1/4" high, with additional 2" with beaded loop. 

Our octopus ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

5 3/4" wide x 1 1/4" high, with additional 2" with beaded loop. 

Our octopus beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

5 3/4" wide x 1 1/4" high, with additional 2" with beaded loop. 

Our parrot beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

2" long x 1 3/4" high, with 3 1/4" long tail feathers and 2 1/2" high beaded loop. 

Our parrot beaded ornament ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

2" long x 1 3/4" high, with 3 1/4" long tail feathers and 2 1/2" high beaded loop. 

Our beaded peacock ornament/key ring/backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

3 1/2" long x 3" high x 2" wide, with 1 1/2" beaded loop. 

Our beaded peacock ornament is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or table or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

5 1/2" long x 2 3/4 " high x 2 1/4" wide, with 2" high beaded loop. 

These pot holders are bigger than our traditional pot holders and feature a pocket for easier gripping power. Also, each potholder can double as a hot pad, making these the perfect kitchen accessory! Handmade and Fair Trade!

• Measures 8.5" x 8.5"
  
• 100% Cotton 
  
• Heat-Resistant Fabric

The quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala. Our quetzal beaded ornament / backpack charm is handmade by Maya women artisans using high quality Czech glass beads and professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Stuffed with recycled plastic bags to help it keep its shape!

Super-popular with kids and adults alike! Perfect as key rings, backpack ornaments, and ornaments for the tree or around the house.

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. She still has a Fair Trade beading group and a number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Recycled plastic bags

Durable professional beading thread

" long x " high x " wide, with 1" beaded loop and metal key ring

Our beaded bracelets are handmade by Maya women artisans using the highest quality Czech glass beads and crystals, and durable professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Our bracelets close easily with a toggle closure: one end has beaded loops and the other a T-shaped piece that slips into one of the loops, depending on how tight or loose you would like the bracelet to be. All very sturdy! 

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her have started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Durable professional beading thread

6 3/4" - 7 3/4" long and 1 1/8" wide

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.

Our beaded bracelets are handmade by Maya women artisans using the highest quality Czech glass beads and crystals, and durable professional beading thread. Czech glass beads, when viewed under a microscope, refract light in complicated ways, leading them to be quite vibrant. They are durable, colorfast, and smooth.

Our bracelets close easily with a toggle closure: one end has beaded loops and the other a T-shaped piece that slips into one of the loops, depending on how tight or loose you would like the bracelet to be. All very sturdy! 

Beading in Guatemala expanded greatly after a beading artist came from California several decades ago and started a beading group in Santiago Atitlán, training the women to make high quality beaded items. A number of the women who worked with her started their own groups. Now there is so much beading done in Guatemala that there are bead importers and wholesalers in Guatemala City.

Matching 12-strand necklace sold separately.

Czech glass beads and crystals

Durable professional beading thread

7 1/4" - 7 3/4" long and 2 1/8" wide

Not appropriate for children under three years of age.